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Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Ascend Autism Group · Westport, CT · Yesterday
On-siteOTHR$20–$27/hrFull-time

The Role:

This is a center-based Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) role serving children with an age range of 2-7 years, focused on early intervention, social development, and school readiness. You'll work in a collaborative clinical environment that primarily focuses on:

  • Center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy
  • Communication, social, and daily living skills
  • Natural environment and play-based learning
  • In-person BCBA support and supervision

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Providing center-based 1:1 ABA therapy to children with autism
  • Implementing treatment plans and behavior intervention strategies
  • Maintaining accurate documentation, data collection, and reporting
  • Teaching life skills and supporting children’s development
  • Participating in team meetings, training, and professional development
  • Ensuring compliance with BACB and company standards

Qualifications:

  • Fluent in English
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Willingness to obtain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification
  • Genuine interest in working actively and playfully with young children
  • Reliable transportation to and from the center

Preferred but Not Required:

  • Experience working with children
  • Experience with developmental disabilities
  • College coursework or a degree in psychology, education, early childhood development, special education, social work, or a related field

Physical Requirements:

  • Sit, stand, and kneel on the floor throughout the day
  • Lift up to 45 pounds at a time
  • Able to safely respond to physically demanding behaviors per protocol
  • Able to be attentive and focused in a busy environment

What We Offer:

  • Pay: $20–$27 per hour, based on experience
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 35-40 hour and 20+ hours weekly schedules available
  • Paid RBT certification & training
  • Opportunities for raises every 6 months through performance reviews
  • BCBA supervision hours and mentorship
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Health, Dental & Vision insurance for qualifying employees
  • CEU/PDU reimbursement + ongoing professional development
  • Tuition discounts & loan reimbursement opportunities
  • Referral Bonus program

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